OECS JUNIOR PAN COMPETITION
JUDGING CRITERIA
ARRANGEMENT
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Introduction: The ability for the
arranger to compose an appropriate introduction for the calypso chosen
as the prepared piece. (10)
Re-Harmonization: The ability of the arranger to
re-harmonize the calypso chosen as the prepared piece. The
re-harmonization could be limited to one specific section or
could be applied to the most of the arrangement. (10)
Melodic Development: The ability of the arranger to
embellish/solo on, and utilize rhythmic variations of the melody in
the arrangement. (10)
Motivic Development: The ability of the arranger to take a
melodic motif(s) of the calypso and effectively utilize it (them)
during the arrangement. (10)
GENERAL
PERFORMANCE
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Interpretation: The ability of the band
to creatively execute the arrangement with all the nuances therein.
This includes the initial appropriate melodic and/or harmonic
statement of the calypso, and development of the arrangement to
climatic points. (10)
Dynamics: The effective execution of crescendos, contrasts,
phrasing, and other musical expressions in the arrangement. (15)
Balance: The ability of the band to distribute their
instruments on stage to allow for the best possible audio reception by
the judges. (10)
Costume: The effective use of costume and general
performance of the band and the creativity and delivery of the song.
(5)
TONE
10
Blending of Pans: Blending is the overall tone/color of the
pans, (5) including the consistency of tuning within the steel band.
(5)
RHYTHM
10
Application of Rhythm Section: The ability of the arranger to
effectively utilize the engine room — drum set, congas, iron-beaters,
and applicable percussion instruments — during the performance. (5)
Also, the ability of the entire steel band to maintain a consistent
rhythmic flow throughout the performance. (5)
For More Information:
Contact the Dominica Steelband Association at:
dominipan@hotmail.com
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